The Commandant Kenya Military Academy (KMA) Major General Aphaxard Muthuri Kiugu has retired.
This is after he attained the mandatory retirement age in the military.
A General is supposed to retire at 62, a Lieutenant-General at 61, a Major-General at 59 and a Brigadier at 57 years.
However, the law puts a disclaimer on the General that: “The maximum retirement age shall be amended from time to time through legislation on the recommendation by the Defence Council.”
Maj Gen Kiugu was seen as one of those generals who would have steered the service to the next generation.
KMA hosted a vibrant handover-takeover ceremony at its headquarters in Lanet, Nakuru County on Wednesday as Maj Gen Kiugu, officially passed the leadership mantle to Brigadier Peter Muthama Kimondiu, the Academy’s Chief Instructor.
Maj Gen Kiugu expressed gratitude for his years of service to the nation and encouraged the cadets to remain committed to their training, emphasizing the importance of exemplary service and sacrifice in defending Kenya.
“As I exit this service, I am satisfied with my accomplishments, having upheld the Kaizen philosophy as my guide. I urge everyone to embrace the spirit of continuous improvement,” he said.
Brig. Kimondiu praised Maj. Gen. Kiugu for his dedicated military career, expressing best wishes for his future endeavours.
Deputy Vice-Chancellor of Research, Innovation, and Security Studies, Major General William Shume, also commended Maj. Gen. Kiugu for his invaluable leadership and the high quality of training are evident at the Academy.
